It is also possible to have depression as well as thyroid problems. Your doctor will need to perform blood tests to get an accurate diagnosis and determine the most effective way to treat you. It is also possible to have menstrual cycle conditions like menopause, perimenopause and PMS as well as depression or thyroid disorders.
When the body produces too much thyroid hormone, the body metabolises energy too fast, and the condition is known as hyperthyroidism. This may be accompanied by symptoms like heat intolerance, an enlarged thyroid gland, nervousness, anxiety and irritability, tremors and muscle weakness, problems with vision or the eyes, weight loss and problems with the sleep cycle.
When the body does not produce enough thyroid hormone, energy is used at a slower pace than it should be. An underactive thyroid can present with symptoms like tiredness and fatigue, dry hair and skin, memory problems, intolerance to cold, weight gain and an enlarged thyroid or goiter.
Some of the symptoms like irritability, tiredness, weight problems and sleep problems may also indicate depression. Women are more likely to develop thyroid problems than men, and they are also more likely to be diagnosed with depression. Women are also more prone to hormonally induced depression. The menstrual cycle also causes extreme fluctuations in hormone levels and may evoke depressive symptoms. It is also quite common for women to feel a little ‘down’ before menstruation starts. Thyroid problems are also common during and immediately after pregnancy and before and during menopause.
It is important that depression is treated regardless if it is related to thyroid disorder, as it can be difficult to break a depressive cycle even if the cause of the condition is addressed. Low cost health care in Las Vegas provides effective, affordable solutions to help you maintain hormonal balance and wellbeing in your body.